Venti’s confident declaration about his weakened state left Jia Changjiang utterly baffled.
Despite the bard’s insistence, there was no convincing him otherwise, so Jia Changjiang simply let it go.
“So, what’s next for you and Lumine? You can’t head to Inazuma yet, right?” Venti asked. “The Knights of Favonius or the Qixing in Liyue would probably be more than happy to host you.”
“Yeah, but staying with the Knights or in a place arranged by the Qixing feels… odd. It’d be nice to have our own place,” Jia Changjiang mused, scratching his chin.
“I never thought I’d have to deal with housing issues after coming to Teyvat. And even if we had a place, it’s not like we’d stay there long—we’re traveling, after all. Hm… if only I had a portable home, like Granny Ping’s teapot. Small on the outside, huge on the inside…”
“Haha, maybe you’ll get the chance someday,” Venti said with a chuckle.
—
After chatting in the plaza for a while, Jia Changjiang and Venti wrapped up their conversation.
With Mona’s situation settled, the hectic affairs between Mondstadt and Liyue had finally calmed, allowing Jia Changjiang and Lumine some much-needed respite.
Thanks to Lumine recording the local Statues of The Seven and leyline waypoints, travel between the two nations was now a breeze.
With no heavy belongings to transport, their journeys were light and efficient. All their essentials were packed neatly into their backpacks—though Paimon often teased the duo for sneaking souvenirs and snacks into their bags when they thought no one was looking.
“Do all otherworlders have space pockets or something?” she muttered, only to shrug it off when she realized the extra treats benefited her, too.
The real advantage of easy travel? Jia Changjiang and Lumine could now tackle commissions in both Mondstadt and Liyue.
Jia Changjiang also used the opportunity to recover, alternating between Liyue’s remedies in the mornings and Barbara’s soothing, healing hymns at the Mondstadt Cathedral in the afternoons. Slowly but surely, his condition improved.
During this time, Jia Changjiang also remembered to complete the system quest tied to Zhongli’s contract.
He’d suspected the reward would be generous, and the system didn’t disappoint.
The notifications rang in his mind like a cascade of triumphs:
[Quest: Fulfill the Contract with Zhongli, Complete.]
[Additional Completion: Seven Stars and the People, Uniting the Peaks.]
[Additional Completion: Thousand-Rock Formation, Immovable Fortress.]
[Additional Completion: Human-Adeptus Contract, Unbroken Bonds.]
[Additional Completion: Ancient Archon, Proof of Your Power.]
[You guided the Qixing and the people of Liyue. You stood alongside the Thousand-Rock Army to protect their home. You preserved the presence of the Adepti in Liyue, continuing a timeless yet evolving pact. You faced an ancient god and proved yourself, leaving even the ancient Osial with your name.]
[Quest rewards recalculated based on bonus criteria. Reward tier upgraded!]
[Reward: True Black Dragon Spear (5-star), Enhanced Physical Attributes, Increased Endurance. Detected associated skill: Guiding Blue Star—skill upgraded. Additional dragon materials added to system inventory. New feature unlocked: Craft and Socket Gems.]
The flood of notifications nearly left Jia Changjiang reeling.
Though the quality of the rewards didn’t entirely surpass those from the Mondstadt questline, the sheer quantity far exceeded his expectations.
And the system wasn’t done yet.
[Main Quest Progress Completed.]
[This Is the Land of Contracts (Complete).]
Contracts are agreements forged between beings of wisdom. Once knowledge of mutual understanding is shared, the terms bind both parties as equals. Rights and obligations exist hand in hand, upheld by each participant, overseen by gods, people, and ourselves alike.
For thousands of years, the nation of Liyue has thrived under the guidance of the Geo Archon, Morax. At its heart lies a truth: Even in the absence of the Contract God, a true contract does not dissolve.
The Geo Archon remembers every agreement and betrayal. Though heaven may fall, a contract must be upheld. This was the creed he set for himself and his people—a culmination of 3,700 years of duty.
You have witnessed the people of Liyue’s reverence for their lord. You have seen the resolve of its defenders and the weight borne by the Qixing. You have observed Morax’s guardianship, a steady hand akin to a wise elder’s care. You have even faced Osial, the ancient god, who held his pride even in defeat.
[As a warrior, what do you think of this nation built on contracts?]
The voice, reminiscent of what he had heard after leaving Mondstadt, resonated in Jia Changjiang’s mind once more.
At the end, it posed a familiar question:
“What do you think?”
Jia Changjiang closed his eyes, letting the memories of Liyue wash over him: the towering jade structures, the unyielding resolve of the Qixing, and the fierce yet noble spirits of the Adepti.
“It’s incredible,” he finally murmured, a soft smile tugging at his lips. “I love this nation.”
The system fell silent, as if satisfied.
Much like before, it provided no tangible reward, but its words condensed the essence of Jia Changjiang’s journey into something profound.
It wasn’t just a task completion—it was a reminder.
“A reminder to remember,” Jia Changjiang whispered.
Placing the memories of Liyue alongside those of Mondstadt in his system inventory, he vowed to keep them close, etched into his heart like an inscription in stone.
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